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Queen of the Sea (Cruise Life #1)

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With all the aspirational elements of Eloise and the heart and emotional intelligence of Ways to Make Sunshine, Cruise Life by Reese Eschmann is sure to set sail for success!

All aboard!

Caitlin and her big brother, Dylan, are still getting used to shuttling between Mom's new little house and Dad's fancy new condo after their divorce. But summer means a solid six weeks with her dad. Finally, one toothbrush in one place and all her outfits together! So when her dad announces that he's gotten a new job on the fanciest, most fun, family-friendly cruise line — and he's bringing his kids along — Caitlin has mixed feelings. For about a minute!

Then off she goes on the adventure of a lifetime on the biggest ship she's ever seen, the Wandering Princess, which is tricked out to perfection. But soon the pressures of being a crew kid get to Caitlin. She's already had to adjust to two new homes . . . will she be able to make the Wandering Princess her third?

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    • Kirkus

      January 1, 2025
      With mixed emotions, Caitlin Cruz boards theWandering Princess for a weeklong cruise. Ever since her parents' amicable divorce, Caitlin and her older brother, Dylan, have shuttled between Dad's condo near Orlando and Mom's seaside cottage. Dad was recently hired as a doctor on a cruise ship, and he invites the kids along to spend a week on the ship. Caitlin's initially perturbed at the prospect of more change, but she's cheered when Dad says she can bring her bearded dragon, Peaches. She and Dylan soon meet twins Max and Olivia Leone, the chef's grandchildren, who show them the ropes. Caitlin quickly becomes overwhelmed, and after Max dubs her and Dylan "newbies," she feels pressured to prove she truly belongs. After the kids have a few run-ins with guests on the cruise, Caitlin frets even more, and when a crisis arises, she attempts to run away. Eschmann maintains a lively tone as the youngster becomes more confident with help from an unexpected new friend. Caitlin's a creative, inspired protagonist whose relatable anxieties play out against a fun backdrop; readers will especially enjoy excerpts from herWhat If? journal, where she poses quirky questions and speculates about those she meets. Some may look askance at the fact that Max's baldness becomes a mystery that Caitlin attempts to solve, and a few plot points strain credulity. Caitlin and her family are brown-skinned and cued Latine; other characters' ethnicities aren't specified. A seaworthy series starter helmed by a resolute young protagonist.(Chapter book. 7-10)

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    • Booklist

      January 16, 2025
      Grades 2-5 Caitlin, a spirited girl with a love for writing and an even bigger imagination, learns about a huge surprise. After her parents' recent divorce, Caitlin and her older brother Dylan are set to spend six weeks at sea with their father, who is now the ship's doctor. Determined not to be a cruise "newbie," Caitlin is set on finding her place in this new, ever-moving world. Along with her loyal pet bearded dragon, Pearl, Caitlin dives headfirst into life aboard the ship, discovering new places, getting into scrapes, making friends, and wondering about ""what-ifs."" Caitlin's story is an invitation to see that even big life changes can lead to new adventures. The book's vibrant cruise setting is a great backdrop, filled with details about ocean life, ports of call, and ship life that will fascinate readers who love travel and exploration. This book is a heartwarming adventure, perfect for young readers who enjoy stories about family, friendship, and finding where you belong.

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